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LS54 JZC

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

139,471 mi
Last recorded139,471 miles
Recorded on7 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS54 JZC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2019 139,471 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 1 May 2019 139,469 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Steering rack insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 May 2018 135,241 miles

abs light flashed? recommend getting checked

Pass 5 May 2017 130,235 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 130,235 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 124,994 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 123,545 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 27 May 2014 111,364 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 111,034 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 May 2013 96,112 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 80,174 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 78,431 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 60,811 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 47,719 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 47,719 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2009 34,992 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 9 Apr 2009 34,620 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 27,853 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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LS54 JZC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 82,457 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LS54 JZC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LS54 JZC registered?

LS54 JZC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 November 2004.

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